Dogs cool off at Secaucus pool in fundraising event (PHOTOS)

Hot weather and a good cause drew dozens of Secaucus dog owners to the town pool today to let their pets splash around.

For a $10 donation to the Secaucus Animal Shelter, residents were able to give their canines the treat of frolicking in the town's kiddie pool before it's drained and prepped for the winter.

"This event is great. It's the way we close the pool. I couldn't think of a better way to close it," Secaucus Mayor Mike Gonnelli said as wet dogs ran hither and thither around him.

Town Councilwoman Susan Pirro, who volunteers with the shelter and also attended the event, said the fundraiser at 2000 Koelle Blvd. is in its third year.

"We thought it'd be a great opportunity for our four-legged residents to come and enjoy the pool," she said, adding later that this year's event raised $860.

The event was organized by the Secaucus Animal Shelter, which is run by the town, and nonprofit Friends of the Secaucus Animal Shelter. While the no-kill shelter receives money from the town, it relies heavily on individual donations.

The next shelter-related event is "Paws for Coffee Day" at the Dunkin' Donuts at 20 Meadowlands Parkway on Oct. 1 from 11 a.m. to midnight. During that time, 15 percent of all purchases will go to the shelter.

In addition, shelter representatives will be at the store between 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to present options for pet adoptions. A $50 Dunkin' Donuts gift card will be given to approved adopters.